The strongest anime shop owner

However, under the system's threat, Su Luo reluctantly paid the money. Damn it, one hundred yuan! One hundred yuan! One hundred yuan! It's important to say it three times. She wouldn't feel bad about earning so much herself, but if she had to pay for it, she would really feel bad. The main problem is that she only earns ten yuan for each item sold. This is unbelievable. If she doesn't earn any more money, Su Luo feels like she might have to sleep on the streets.

He originally wanted to have another serving, but after thinking about it, he decided against it. With such an outrageous price, he simply couldn't afford it right now. After paying for his ID, clothes, haircut, and other expenses, he only had a few coins left. If he couldn't earn any more money, Su Luo felt that he might starve to death.

The main problem is that the system's price is ridiculously high. You only make ten yuan per sale, which is not much different from the profit of some stores. However, the difficulty has increased a lot. It's like working for the system.

"System, can I set the price myself?" Looking at this outrageous price, Su Luo felt a headache coming on. Setting it so expensive from the start, it would be strange if people weren't scared away by the price. Although good wine needs no bush, there still has to be someone willing to buy it and taste it. Otherwise, what good is even the best product?

Therefore, Su Luo was still quite worried about selling at this price from the beginning. However, if the price were to increase later, Su Luo felt that it would be perfectly fine, as that's the way of a businessman.

However, the system coldly rejected the idea: "The host is overthinking it."

“System, you can’t say that. Setting such a high price from the start will scare people away, let alone make them buy. You’re not a qualified businessman, let me tell you.” Su Luo had been dealing with the system for so long, so she knew that the system had its own thoughts. So she started to bargain with the system.

However, the result was: System:

Okay, you have the right to remain silent, you win.

The system only said one thing: the host's level is insufficient and the price cannot be changed. This is really annoying. It's like going back to square one. Now even my ability to cook at will has been taken away. I can't even cook for myself anymore. This is just awful. I've become a complete novice chef. How unlucky!

Seeing that the system was no longer eating or drinking, Su Luo had no choice but to give up.

Originally, opening a store should involve some promotion. After all, even a small store is still a store, especially since it sells high-end goods. At the very least, a few flower basket sets should be purchased to make a show of it. Unfortunately, Su Luo couldn't afford them with the few dollars she had, so this was the only option.

By the time Su Luo was tasting the dishes and negotiating prices with the system, it was almost noon, or more precisely, around 11 a.m. At this time, it was usually the peak period for people getting off work and leaving school. Even in this secluded alley, there were still many people coming, because the nearby areas had a large flow of people.

Honestly, compared to the advanced cities that have emerged from these alleys, it feels like two completely different worlds. If this situation didn't actually exist, who would have thought that such a newly developed place would still have alleys?

Just as Su Luo was chatting and joking with the system, there was a sudden knock on the door.

"Boss, open the door! Open the door! Don't hide, I know you're in there!"

Upon hearing this, Su Luo was speechless, exclaiming, "What a joke!" Several more voices followed.

"Boss, open the door quickly, it smells amazing!"

Are you sure we're here?

"Although it was just a moment, I'm sure I'm here."

"I was originally planning to buy a boxed lunch, but as soon as I smelled this smell, I ran over here."

""

Judging from the sounds coming from the doorway, there were definitely more than just one or two people standing there.

Hearing those words, Su Luo was obviously stunned for a moment, but then quickly understood. It was obviously the aroma that came from when the dumplings were fried earlier, especially when the flames were being shot, the smell was extremely strong.

I never expected that just by making a dumpling, the aroma would waft out from under the door. It's like it's going to reach the heavens!

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Chapter 275 It's not Japanese Yen, nor Thai Baht, nor Rupee, but Chinese Yuan. Thank you.

"I didn't expect people to come knocking on the door before I even opened it." Su Luo heard the noise outside the door, and her previously sullen face immediately broke into a big smile. Having business coming in naturally puts her in a good mood.

However, Su Luo glanced at the price listed on the wooden sign hanging on the wall, and her lips twitched. She wondered if anyone would still stay to eat after seeing those prices. Even though this place was just a stone's throw from a developed city and had many wealthy people, they weren't stupid.

So, Su Luo's mood at this moment was a mix of joy and worry: "Sigh, I really don't know if anyone can accept this price."

Although Su Luo was very confident in these Flame Dumplings, after all, it was something he himself thought was extremely delicious. In any case, he once had a great reputation in Totsuki, and his cooking skills were probably no worse than those of the Elite Ten.

"I remember this shop closed down, didn't it? I just don't know who took over it, but they're making such delicious food."

"Yes, yes, although the previous owner's cooking was alright, it was like heaven and earth compared to this aroma, there's no comparison at all."

""

No matter what she thought, there was no use in thinking about it. Su Luo shook her head to clear her mind and went to open the door.

"crunch~"

Su Luo didn't think about it anymore and went straight to open the door.

"Finally, the door is open."

"Wow, could this handsome guy be the new boss?"

"Well, although the boss is handsome, he's still a bit inferior to me."

""

After the door opened, the person who came in saw Su Luo's appearance. They were obviously surprised to find that the boss was so young and handsome. Some of the infatuated women were completely captivated.

"Boss, what were you doing in there? It smells so good!"

"Yeah yeah."

After Su Luo opened the door, several impatient diners peeked inside, but seeing that the interior hadn't changed much and was still quite old, they couldn't help but frown.

However, it's still much cleaner and more efficient than before, and when it comes to delicious food, there's no need to be too particular.

"Pan-fried dumplings." Seeing the impatient look on the person's face, Su Luo didn't say much and just said it directly. Since this place might not only sell dumplings in the future, there was no sign at the door.

"Boss, please pack one for me to take away. I was attracted by the aroma before I even ate, but it would be nice to have a taste before my meal."

After learning what Su Luo was selling, someone exclaimed, not caring why a dumpling could smell so delicious.

"I'm sorry, I don't offer takeout service here," Su Luo said, her expression unchanged.

"No way, boss, you'll lose all your friends doing this." Many people were dumbfounded when Su Luo said such a bizarre thing. In this day and age, let alone small shops, even five-star restaurants offer takeout services, let alone just dumplings, something that's perfect for eating on the go.

After hearing several complaints, Su Luo could only say that she was also suffering, but there was nothing she could do. It was a rule of the system. Moreover, Su Luo had specifically inquired about it, but the result was not that her level was insufficient or anything, but that she was permanently unable to package. Su Luo immediately felt that her future path was shrouded in darkness. What kind of hermit chef god could not use this method? No matter how you looked at it, it felt like she was courting death.

"Boss, you don't have to be so harsh. I'm in a hurry. Can't you be a little more lenient?"

"Yes, yes, boss, can't you be a little more accommodating? I haven't even eaten yet."

""

Many people spoke up one after another.

Looking at the persistent crowd, Su Luo really didn't know what to say. It's just a dumpling, and you've only smelled it, okay? There's no need to be so dramatic. Although the situation was good, Su Luo secretly glanced at the price hanging on the wall and her eyes twitched. It was uncertain whether anyone would still come. One hundred yuan! A luxurious bento box in this alley would probably only cost twenty or thirty yuan.

"I'm sorry, we don't offer takeout service." Su Luo said with a pained expression, inwardly cursing the system a hundred times over. "Damn system, oh my money!"

Seeing Su Luo's tough attitude, they felt somewhat helpless. How could they have encountered such an eccentric boss who was so stubborn? Would it kill them to be a little more flexible?

Seeing this, several people left. After all, they hadn't even eaten there, and no one would say something as foolish as "I'll pack it up myself."

"In that case, boss, hurry up and bring it to me. Give me one first."

Everyone has different thoughts, and there will always be one or two who take the lead. After all, the aroma is really attractive. While everyone was talking, a middle-aged man with a small mustache, glasses, and an artistic air sat down and said.

Before the mustachioed uncle could even settle into his seat, Su Luo's voice rang in his ears: "Cheng Hui, 100 for a serving of dumplings."

"100," the mustachioed man said, reaching for his wallet. Then, as if realizing something, he froze, looked up abruptly, his eyes wide with disbelief, as if he'd misheard: "How much did you say?"

"Cheng Hui, 100 per serving." Su Luo said in her unchanging voice, but she was actually a little anxious. She felt that this business was definitely going to fall through. However, no matter what, she had to keep one or two people. She believed that her dumplings would definitely win them over. Otherwise, she would really have to live on air in the future.

To be honest, although Su Luo felt it was great value for 100 yuan a serving, no one else had actually experienced it. Unfortunately, the system didn't allow these promotional activities, so this was the only way it could be.

"Japanese Yen, Thai Baht, or Rupee?" the mustachioed man asked instinctively after hearing Su Luo's words.

Su Luo's eye twitched. Well, this price was indeed too high. Look at the person's wide eyes, looking incredulous: "It's not Japanese yen, not Thai baht, and not rupees, but Chinese yuan, thank you."

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Chapter 276 Exorbitantly Priced Dumplings

At that moment, the system's cold voice rang out:

[Task] Sell one serving of Flaming Dumplings.

Every first time is the beginning of every success. No matter how good the food is, you still need some devoted customers. Keep going, young man, go and win over your first customer!

[Quest Reward: Unlocks the Reputation System]

After seeing this task, Su Luo felt that she should work harder and try her best to keep a few people.

"Boss, your joke isn't funny at all," the mustachioed man said, forcing a smile.

"I never joke around," Su Luo said seriously.

"Boss, is your place a shady business?" That was the first thought that came to the mustachioed man's mind.

“No, I am absolutely an honest boss,” Su Luo said.

You've already offered this price, and you still call it honest? Don't be ridiculous, boss.

And also, boss, are your dumplings made of gold? They're so expensive.

"Young man, you're quite handsome, I never expected you to be so heartless."

"Yeah, boss, you're charging way too much! Are they some kind of golden dumplings?"

"My God, I've heard of sky-high priced shrimp and sky-high priced fruit, but I thought they were just legends. I never thought I'd actually hear about sky-high priced dumplings with my own ears. I'm definitely going to believe it now."

"That's amazing! What idiot would buy it? I'm leaving, I'm leaving. I was actually thinking of buying some to try because of the aroma."

""

Listening to the conversation between the mustachioed uncle and Su Luo, everyone looked like they had seen a ghost, their eyes wide with disbelief. They were clearly shocked by the price. After all, in their minds, dumplings were usually five yuan a bowl. Compared to this, it was a complete shock to their worldview.

Su Luo felt that the task at hand was to get at least one person to order one serving. As long as one serving was ordered, Su Luo was confident that the dreamlike deliciousness of these Flaming Dumplings would surely win over the customer's stomach.

"Ugh, at this price, the owner must be crazy for money. If you want to eat, stay and eat. I'm leaving now."

After learning about Su Luo's situation, and because it was lunchtime, many people came here to eat. They were attracted by the aroma and, out of curiosity, decided to buy some to eat.

However, looking at the price under these circumstances, it's practically robbery. After muttering a few complaints, they left. It's not that many people can't afford such a price, but they just don't want to be taken advantage of. After all, nobody wants to be a fool.

Besides, this place isn't a Michelin-starred restaurant, a five-star hotel, or even a well-known establishment. Compared to a roadside stall, it only has two more licenses, and in many people's eyes, they're pretty much the same.

Many people originally came to take a look, but after seeing this situation, they realized there was nothing to see and left without thinking. Some impatient people left even earlier. In a short time, the area that used to be full of people became sparse, with only a few people remaining.

As for what these people were thinking, no one knew, and Su Luo didn't care. He just wanted to close his first deal, nothing more.

The mustachioed man who just sat down is named Ning Hai, a cartoonist affectionately known as Sister Hai by comic fans. This doesn't mean he's effeminate or anything; it's just that he's good at drawing shoujo manga, hence the nickname.

Parallel worlds are, after all, parallel worlds. In this world, food undoubtedly holds the highest status, with all sorts of exorbitantly priced dishes everywhere. However, this doesn't mean there aren't other industries. In fact, comics are far more prosperous than in the original world, with various IP developments already mature. Therefore, as long as you have the ability, whether you're a game developer, a comic artist, or a novelist, you can earn substantial rewards.

Because of the nature of his job, his work and rest schedule is not very regular. He usually wakes up around noon. He usually orders food directly, but occasionally he will eat out, as was the case today.

Ninghai was strolling through the alley, unsure of what to eat, when he suddenly smelled a wonderful aroma and was drawn to it.

Don't be fooled by the fact that Ning Hai seems to eat mostly takeout; he actually eats mostly expensive food. After all, he's quite wealthy, and earning tens of thousands of yuan a week is definitely not a problem for a high-level cartoonist like him.

A serving of fried dumplings for 100 yuan? He can afford it, but even so, he doesn't want to be ripped off like a pig. If people find out, where will he put his face?